Copper Corridor

Event overview

The Copper Corridor Trail Runs take place in Superior, Arizona on Saturday, February 28, 2026. Distances offered are:

• 50K
• 31K
• 17K
• 12K

The 50K, 31K and 17K start and finish in downtown Superior (Main Street). The 12K starts and finishes at the Superior Public Pool. Registration opens May 1 and online registration closes on February 23.

Courses, aid and rules

Courses travel west from Superior into Arnett Canyon and along sections of the Arizona Trail, with the 50K including a loop around Picketpost Mountain. Aid stations are placed throughout each course, generally every 2 to 11 miles depending on distance. The Telegraph Canyon aid for the 50K is a remote, minimal station and is a long stretch without support. Runners are expected to carry their own water containers because the race is cupless - there are no paper cups at aid stations.

Crews may access the finish line, Superior Public Pool, LOST turnaround and Picketpost aid, but Picketpost parking is restricted; crews must park about 0.5 to 0.75 miles away and hike to the trailhead. Pacers are not allowed. Drop bags are available at the start/finish area only. The event uses chip timing attached to the race bib and aid stations require visible bib numbers for recording. Awards are given to the top three male and female finishers at each distance. Volunteers are used for aid stations, timing and event operations. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.